professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
The mission of the School of Nursing is to enhance and improve the health and well-being of the people of North Carolina and the nation, and, as relevant and appropriate, the people of other nations, through its programs of education, research, and scholarship, and through clinical practice and community service. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing has been the leader in nursing education in North Carolina throughout its history. Established in 1950, it was the first school of nursing in North Carolina to offer a four-year baccalaureate nursing degree program followed by the first master’s degree program, the first continuing education program for nurses, first doctoral program, and first accelerated BSN option to students with college degrees. Today, the School is renowned for its academic programs, its research and its commitment to clinical and community service within state, national and global communities.
Position Summary:
UNC Chapel Hill School of Nursing is searching for a Research Assistant (RA) to assist with research projects in Robeson County, NC.
The main purpose of this position is to conduct data collections and assist the Project Manager with the administration and operations of all projects. The RA will be responsible for attending recruitment events and collecting data in Robeson County, providing research support, and coordinating activities for all projects.
This role will also require engaging with study participants at their homes, public locations, or in a clinic setting to conduct data collections, provide incentives and/or distribute and collect study devices in and around Robeson County.
This position is located in Robeson County, NC. Periodic training sessions and in-person workdays at UNC Chapel Hill may be required (up to one day per month). Candidates must live in or be within a reasonable commuting distance of Robeson County, NC.
The RA is required to attend research recruitment events and all data collections which may occur after regular business hours and on weekends.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences:
- Experience collecting research data
- Experience with online data capture systems such as REDCap and Qualtrics
- Working knowledge of IRB, Clinical Trials, or similar compliance regulations
- Experience reviewing consent forms with study participants in person or over the phone
- Experience providing technical assistance such as downloading phone apps, syncing devices to apps, or troubleshooting technical issues with study participants
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:
Not Applicable.
